Serving 291 students in grades 4-5, Plainfield Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plainfield Memorial School's attendance zone covers the entire Plainfield, CT school district, encompassing approximately 43 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plainfield Memorial School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Plainfield Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainfield Memorial School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
83%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainfield Memorial School's ranking?
Plainfield Memorial School is ranked #596 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Plainfield Memorial School often compared to?
Plainfield Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scotland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Plainfield Memorial School?
291 students attend Plainfield Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Plainfield Memorial School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainfield Memorial School?
Plainfield Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plainfield Memorial School offer ?
Plainfield Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainfield Memorial School part of?
Plainfield Memorial School is part of Plainfield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Release - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School - ERD
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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